Statistical Information Service

This service aims to provide a statistical information service for individuals and organisations seeking specialised trade and other economic data in relation to Australia and the rest of the world. It can also provide other economic and socio-economic information on specific countries.

DFAT have access to data from a wide range of sources including:
- Australia's official trade records.
- Trade records from more than 200 other countries and regions, covering more than 90% of worldwide trade.
- Statistics sourced from more than 100 offices and bodies including the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the United Nations, the International Monetary Fund and the World Trade Organization.

Most requests are completed in less than 48 hours. However, this depends on the nature of the enquiry and the number of other requests that are being processed.

Most data requests incur a small fee to cover costs.

To request customised trade or investment statistics, please contact DFAT's Client Services Manager.

Eligible applicants include anyone seeking specialised trade and other economic data in relation to Australia and the rest of the world.